459th Air Refueling Wing

69th APS Airman selected for Air Force Enlisted to Medical program

459th Religious Affairs Airman saves life off duty

Aircrew Flight Equipment volunteers craft face masks for 459th personnel

COVID19 Graphic which links to AF virus's site

459 SFS participates in ruck march

Overcoming obstacles: A first sergeant’s struggle to seek help

459 SFS NCO wins AFRC level award

459th LRS Airman saves life during annual tour

“Rosie the Riveter” returns to the 459th for a KC-135 flight

Headquarters Air Force leaders tour KC-135

Master Sgt. Kat Hamblin, 459th Aeromedical Evacuation Squadron, shows a taping technique of a nasal gastric tube to protect its accidental removal on Senior Airman Maria Moposita during an off station trainer on a KC-135 Stratotanker, Sept. 20, 2019. The AES team conducted training during a flight to Wright Patterson, Ohio, where they later participated in the Air Force Marathon. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

459 AES conducts off station trainer on KC-135

Tech Sgt. Simon Oliver, 459th Aeromedical Staging Squadron medical technician does training on Senior Airman Collin Owusu, 459th ASTS medical technician, Sept. 19, 2019, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. Oliver recently played a role in saving a passengers life while on a commercial flight to Jamaica. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

459 ARW Airman utilizes AF training, saves life

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright looks on as a member of the 459th Maintenance Group performs maintenance on a KC-135 Stratotanker during a visit to the wing Aug. 12, 2019, at Joint Base Andrews, Md. During his visit, Wright was shown a KC-135 Stratotanker by members of the 459th MXG prior to holding an all call where he addressed issues happening in today’s Air Force. (U.S. Air Force photo by Staff Sgt. Cierra Presentado/Released)

Chief Master Sergeant of the Air Force Kaleth O. Wright visit's the 459th

459th ARW News

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	USSF field command structure reduces command layers, focuses on space warfighter needs
	Air Force, Navy sign memo establishing Joint Base Anacostia-Bolling service-lead transfer
	Everybody vs. Racism: My Money is on Everybody
	69th APS Airman selected for Air Force Enlisted to Medical program

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AFRC Top Stories

	VCSAF’s challenge invites Reserve Citizen Airmen to submit ideas
	Reserve Wing refuels Blue Angels using a KC-46
	COMMENTARY: A Pandemic, Groundhog Day, and our Core Values - Lessons Learned
	Determined to Serve: Critical care nurse joins the Reserve at age 50
	Federal Employee Viewpoint Survey helps civilians voice their opinions

459 ARW Warrior Spotlight

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U.S. Air Force
459ARW-05 Jun

Congratulations to 459th Operations Group Commander, Col. Kevin Merrill on earning a new position as the Commander, 919th Special Operations Wing, Duke Field, Florida!

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-05 Jun

The 459 ARW's Senior Amn Christian Habersham, 459th Force Support Squadron Sustainment Flight (top photo, back row, 4th from left), supported Exercise New Horizons in Guyana. As part of this exercise program, troops specializing in engineering, construction, and health care provide services to select communities while conducting valuable deployment training and building important relationships with partner nations.

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-05 Jun

Liberators! Joint Base Andrews will hold a Speaking Engagement on June 21, 2019. The event is sponsored by 459 ARW, 11 MDG, and 89 AW. The keynote speaker is Tech. Sgt. Alexandria Holder, and the event is planned in honor of this month's special observance, LGBTQA+ Pride.

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-05 Jun

Liberators! A Joint Base Andrews Health Fair will be held on June 14, 2019. The event is sponsored by 459 ARW, 11 MDG, and 89 AW. The health fair is planned in honor of this month's special observance, LGBTQA+ Pride.

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-04 Jun

Liberators! The Combat Dining In is this Saturday after duty hours! Please sign up by 4pm tomorrow! Accurate head count is needed! https://einvitations.afit.edu/inv/anim.cfm?i=441377&k=0665430A7C50

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-26 May

Check out some of the photos from today’s #KC135 flyover as part of the Miami Beach Air and Sea Show! #459ARW #ReserveAirmen #Airshow

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-25 May

Check out this diamond formation of the U.S. Navy Blue Angels after getting refueled by our #KC135! Courtesy of TSgt Chris McAlister

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-24 May

Today, our #KC135s performed an air refueling for the U.S. Navy Blue Angels in preparation for the Miami Beach Air and Sea Show taking place this weekend. Check out a few of the photos!

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-22 May

Yesterday, Korean War and Vietnam Era veterans' came to the 459th to check out a #KC135! Check out the photos. Greater Lynn Senior Services (GLSS.net)

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-11 May

Check out some of the photos from the #JBAairshow! Tomorrow is your last chance to check it out! #LegendsinFlight #Airpower #JBAairshow19

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-10 May

Happy Friday Liberators! Make sure you check out the #JBAairshow2019 happening this weekend! So much to see and do! #LegendsinFlight #AndrewsAirshow #STEMJBA19

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-09 May

Today we say farewell to the 459th vice wing commander, Col. Randall Sauer, as he heads to the 618th Air Operations Center (Tanker Airlift Control Center) as the new Director of Operations at Scott AFB, IL. Check out some of the photos from his #KC135 "fini-flight". Good luck Col. Sauer and thank you for everything you've done for the wing! #Liberators #KC135

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-08 May

Who's ready for the #JBAairshow2019 happening this weekend?! The 459th will be providing a KC-135 static display with the #459AES displaying some of their aeromedical evacuation equipment on board. You don't want to miss it! #AndrewsAirshow #KC135 #JBAlegends #LegendsinFlight #ReserveCitizenAirmen #Liberators https://legendsinflight.org/

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-07 May

In this month's Warrior Spotlight we recognize SrA Joselyn Vasquez from the 459th Security Forces Squadron! Thank you for all you do for your unit and the 459th! Keep up the great work! #ReserveCitizenAirmen #Defender

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-06 May

We are Fourth Air Force! Check out this inspirational mission video!

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459ARW-06 May

Congratulations to the 2018 4th Quarter award winners, SrA Travis Harrison, TSgt. Marcia Perry, MSgt. Michael Glass and Capt. Ryan Kelly. Keep up the great work! #Liberators

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-05 May

During Super UTA weekend in April, the Airmen of the 459th Aeromedical Staging Squadron conducted a "low-light" training exercise in collaboration with members of the 11th Medical Group, Aeromedical Staging Facility.

U.S. Air Force
459ARW-04 May

Today, members of the 69th Aerial Port Squadron participated in a "Port Dawg" memorial run to honor the active, reserve and guard Port Dawgs who have lost their lives over the past year. This year, the Port Dawgs community lost five serving members. #PortDawg #69APS #MemorialRun5k #459ARW

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-28 Feb

See flyers for info on Lent/Easter services being held at the JBA Chapel! https://t.co/sIimWrHrUP

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-19 Feb

UPDATE 1 Liberators! ------------ INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE | 459 ARW non-mission essential personnel will NOT repo… https://t.co/4nMD1UQngV

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-13 Feb

Earlier this week, members of the Air Reserve Forces Policy Committee came to visit the Airmen of the 459th. Check… https://t.co/PxMhXBPnlk

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-11 Feb

RT @USAFReserve: We are proud to announce CMSgt. Timothy C. White will serve as the new Senior Enlisted Advisor to the Chief of the Air For…

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-10 Feb

459 ARW will have a TWO HOUR DELAYED reporting tomorrow, Feb. 11. Mission essential personnel, please report at no… https://t.co/InESNDQArb

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-07 Feb

Yesterday, 70 cadets from the AF ROTC DET 756, University of Puerto Rico, Mayaguez Campus, visited JB Andrews and s… https://t.co/19PfUO2Wmz

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-29 Jan

INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE | 459 ARW will have three-hour delayed reporting tomorrow, January 30, 2019. Coordinate wi… https://t.co/ieYmZZ1aiX

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-29 Jan

Liberators, Wing employees are authorized for early departure today. Employees should depart 2 hours earlier… https://t.co/cHfabr2Q2t

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-22 Jan

The 459th Air Refueling Wing Commander, Col. Douglas E. Gullion has a few words for our fellow Liberators and their… https://t.co/8lpDOPdg6B

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-15 Jan

Liberators, some of you may be affected by the government shutdonw. The link below may be helpful... https://t.co/Rv6mackObK

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@459ARW-15 Jan

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@459ARW-14 Jan

459 ARW Reporting Status: Applies to Tuesday, January 15, 2019 STATUS: OPEN - 2 HOUR DELAY Mission essential perso… https://t.co/ocfm6sBvik

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-13 Jan

UPDATE (1) Liberators! ------------ INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE | 459 ARW non-mission essential personnel will NOT re… https://t.co/QphS5HJtbG

U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-13 Jan

Liberators! ------------ INCLEMENT WEATHER UPDATE | JBA will have delayed reporting and OPEN at 11 a.m. tomorrow,… https://t.co/upQW1lO3On

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@459ARW-20 Dec

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U.S. Air Force
@459ARW-18 Dec

Joint Base Andrews Chapel One is holding Catholic and Protestant Services over the Holiday period. See the attached… https://t.co/Dyj3XAJumv

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@459ARW-17 Dec

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@459ARW-12 Dec

Did you miss Open Season? Well, it may not be too late to get the level of health insurance you want. Click the lin… https://t.co/23w2JtJLWP

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@459ARW-12 Dec

Holiday greetings from the AFRC Commander! https://t.co/dpin6QXIi9

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